Deputies of the San Marcos Sheriff’s Station conducted a driving under the influence and driver’s license checkpoint on
July 10, 2020 in the 100 block of W. Mission Road, in the city of San Marcos. Results of the DUI Checkpoint:
Total Cars through the Checkpoint: 258
Total Cars into the Checkpoint: 226
Cars Sent to Secondary for Evaluation: 23
D.U.I Evaluations: 1
D.U.I Alcohol Arrests: 0
D.U.I Drug Arrests: 0
Other Arrest : 0
In addition, there were 3 vehicles impounded for unlicensed driver, having a suspended driver’s license, and expired/fraudulent registration. There were 16 citations issued for being an unlicensed driver, driving on a suspended driver’s license, speeding, failing to stop at a stop sign and a registered owner allowing an unlicensed driver to drive their vehicle. The rider of small motorcycle fled the primary screening of the checkpoint and a short pursuit ensued. The motorcycle rider ran several red lights and the pursuit was discontinued. The rider was not located.
Funding for this checkpoint is provided to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department by a grant from the California
Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
You may direct any questions regarding the checkpoint to Sergeant Charles Morreale.
Call Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-8477 with information and you will remain anonymous. You can also download the P3 anonymous tip app. You may be eligible for up to a $1,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest